Fitness attendant vs head instructor

The differences between fitness attendants and head instructors can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 6-12 months to become both a fitness attendant and a head instructor. Additionally, a head instructor has an average salary of $47,768, which is higher than the $29,331 average annual salary of a fitness attendant.

The top three skills for a fitness attendant include CPR, cleanliness and work ethic. The most important skills for a head instructor are classroom management, curriculum development, and CPR.

Fitness attendant vs head instructor overview

	Fitness Attendant	Head Instructor
Yearly salary	$29,331	$47,768
Hourly rate	$14.10	$22.97
Growth rate	19%	19%
Number of jobs	50,892	32,924
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 69%	Bachelor's Degree, 67%
Average age	37	37
Years of experience	12	12

Fitness attendant vs head instructor salary

Fitness attendants and head instructors have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Fitness Attendant	Head Instructor
Average salary	$29,331	$47,768
Salary range	Between $21,000 And $40,000	Between $23,000 And $98,000
Highest paying City	San Francisco, CA	Randolph, NJ
Highest paying state	Hawaii	Massachusetts
Best paying company	Palmetto	V-Soft Consulting
Best paying industry	Education	-

Differences between fitness attendant and head instructor education

There are a few differences between a fitness attendant and a head instructor in terms of educational background:

	Fitness Attendant	Head Instructor
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 69%	Bachelor's Degree, 67%
Most common major	Kinesiology	Business
Most common college	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Fitness attendant vs head instructor demographics

Here are the differences between fitness attendants' and head instructors' demographics:

	Fitness Attendant	Head Instructor
Average age	37	37
Gender ratio	Male, 53.5% Female, 46.5%	Male, 59.4% Female, 40.6%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 7.1% Unknown, 5.4% Hispanic or Latino, 10.6% Asian, 5.1% White, 71.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%	Black or African American, 7.1% Unknown, 5.4% Hispanic or Latino, 10.6% Asian, 5.1% White, 71.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
LGBT Percentage	13%	13%

Differences between fitness attendant and head instructor duties and responsibilities

Fitness attendant example responsibilities.

Provide market research and generate leads using social media (facebook) in order to target prospective clients.
Train in CPR and injury prevention, ensure safety of equipment.
Obtain certifications of CPR, first aid and blood-borne pathogens to support those who may be injure.
Maintain a clean and safe environment by monitoring the facility constantly and addressing any safety or cleanliness issues immediately.
Conduct routine facility services to enhance patron satisfaction including cleanliness, equipment operation, and actively working to resolve patron issues.
Prepare for health emergencies within facility using cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automate external defibrillator, and train trauma or injury assistance.

Head instructor example responsibilities.

Lead children's classes training kids in kicks and punch self-defense and how to avoid physical confrontations.
Lead modified yoga and meditation sessions to enhance balance and flexibility ;
Instruct the children involve in vocal coaching and memorization of lyrics.
Work with students on costumes, props, and set ideas for show.
Direct drama workshops for after school programs during the school year and the summer.
Train students in the mechanics of wearing the costumes and performing according to the choreography.

Fitness attendant vs head instructor skills

Common fitness attendant skills

CPR, 16%
Cleanliness, 12%
Work Ethic, 10%
Customer Service, 9%
General Supervision, 8%
Fitness Equipment, 7%

Common head instructor skills

Classroom Management, 42%
Curriculum Development, 15%
CPR, 10%
Water Safety, 7%
Resuscitation, 3%
Self Defense, 3%